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Veteran's Resource Center
Did you serve in the military? Then you are a veteran making you eligible for a variety of benefits. The Veteran's Resource Center at the San Leandro Public Library is dedicated to helping Veterans and their families. The Center provides assistance through trained volunteers who can connect Veterans and their families to benefits and resources. The Center also provides access to books, DVDs and pamphlets on various topics including transitioning from military to civilian life, finding jobs, surviving change, Veterans benefits and managing post-traumatic stress disorders.
Hours
Access to resource materials at the Veterans Resource Center is available during regular library hours. Benefit coaches are available on Tuesday. Call first to ensure that someone is in before you visit, 510-577-3993. The best way to get assistance from a benefit coach is to make an appointment by calling 510-577-3993 or emailing the Veteran's Resource Center.
Volunteer available for over the phone help. Monday through Friday 10 am to 6 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm, call 510-289-1119 (no voicemail) or email us.
Funding
The Veterans Resource Center at the San Leandro Public Library was made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grant along with Veterans Connect at the Library.
- CalVet County Veterans Service Officer: 844-SERV-VET (844-737-8838)
- VA Caregiver Support Line: 855-260-3274
- Veterans Crisis Line: 800-273-TALK (8255), Press 1
- Para Español llame: 888-628-9454
- Caregiver Support
- Disabled American Veterans
- Oakland Vet Center (PTSD Support Groups)
- VA Medical Center Palo Alto
- VA Northern California Health Care System (Oakland Outpatient Clinic)
VetNow
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VetNow has access to live help and links for Navigating the Veterans Affairs system. Navigators help veterans and their families understand and apply for benefits they are eligible for from local, state, or federal programs. Houses resources to support adjusting from military to a civilian career. Helps veterans and their families prepare for college with a suite of academic tools.
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Veteran's Resource Center
Physical Address
300 Estudillo Avenue
San Leandro, CA 94577
Phone: 510-577-3993
Hours
Tuesday
1-3pm
Wednesday
1-3pm